Sepsis

Course overview

This course is designed to provide in-depth knowledge for learners to recognise the signs and symptoms of sepsis, understand NEWS scores and the NEWS2 chart, identify key sepsis indicators and markers, and take appropriate action. 40% of all sepsis survivors are left with life-changing effects and 5 people die of sepsis every hour in the UK. This Sepsis Awareness course will increase learners’ knowledge of the condition. It is ideal for health and social care professionals working in environments where infection control and early sepsis recognition are critical. It is also beneficial for workplace first aiders and those in customer-facing roles who may need to respond in an emergency.

Aims and objectives

• Investigate the background of Sepsis
• Define the types of sepsis and the signs and symptoms
• Inform learners what to look for and what to do
• Discuss the biological and psychological effects of Sepsis
• Highlight the dangers of Sepsis for pregnant women and new-born babies
• Research how it is treated and how successful this is
• Include the relevance of inflammation
• Display the NEWS 2 diagnostic tool and explain its functions